Adenomyosis is very similar to endometriosis, in that it is the growth of the endometrium (uterine lining) where it should not be. Endometriosis grows on the surfaces in the pelvic region, and adenomyosis grows inside the muscle wall of the uterus. … [Read more]
Gentle persistence is the key to everything
For many years, I've set a yearly intention in a word or phrase. In the last few years, I've seen the most positive progress in almost all aspects of my life. Gentle persistence has become my personal mantra, and I don't think I will change it in the … [Read more]
Still, in many ways
So… it’s been a while. A long while. A lot has happened, and not much has changed. Still recovering from operations The mastectomy and DIEP operation is still spitting stitches 2.5 years on. Every now and again, I get what looks to be a … [Read more]
1.5 years post-DIEP
It's been ages since I've posted - I'm still alive and kicking. It's sad how when you have to write for your main day job, your 'hobby' of writing falls by the wayside. Especially when you have to conserve your energy as you battle chronic illnesses … [Read more]
Mastectomy and DIEP operation
A little over two weeks ago, I went up to Berlin for the mastectomy and rebuild of my left breast using my belly. I knew it wasn't a small operation, but the warnings beforehand about all the possible complications rattled me. Still, it was either … [Read more]
Breast biopsy – nasty but necessary
A breast biopsy can be done in a number of ways, usually under mammography. The hospital didn't give me all that much information, a few diagrams and some warnings. So I thought I'd share my experience here, and hopefully help others when they aren't … [Read more]
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